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A/C Universal Accumulator Tank

A/C System

Stores refrigerant and removes moisture from the system to prevent freezing and corrosion.

This tank holds excess refrigerant and includes a desiccant to absorb moisture, ensuring proper refrigerant levels and preventing water from freezing in the A/C system.

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Typical part cost
$50–$200🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$300🔒
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Typically lasts
80,000–150,000 mi
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Or about
4.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the A/C Universal Accumulator Tank is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

A/C not cooling
Moisture in system
A/C system freezing
Refrigerant leaks
System failure
Low cooling

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace A/C Universal Accumulator Tank

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Clean A/C Universal Accumulator Tank

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Inspect A/C Universal Accumulator Tank

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